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JSW Energy arm inks pact to supply 400 MW to Karnataka discoms
JSW Energy's arm, JSW Energy Utkal Ltd, has secured a Power Purchase Agreement with Karnataka discoms. This deal will supply 400 MW of power starting April 1, 2026, for 25 years at Rs 5.78 per kWh. This agreement significantly boosts JSW Energy's long-term revenue visibility. The company is on track to meet its 2030 capacity goals.
Issue of guest lecturers in Karnataka can be resolved if UGC revises qualification rules
Several legislators suggested that the government accommodate the lecturers in other departments, wherever possible, on humanitarian grounds, as many of them could not apply afresh for jobs
Cricket Matches Allowed At Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium With Safety Measures: Dy CM Shivakumar
The Karnataka State Cricket Academy: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Friday announced that cricket matches will be allowed at Bengaluru's Chinnaswamy Stadium with safety measures. Speaking to the media at the Circuit House in Belagavi, Shivakumar, who is also Bengaluru Development Minister, said: We've allowed cricket matches to be held at the stadium, taking necessary precautions to ensure safety and maintain Bengaluru's reputation. Home Minister G Parameshwara has been tasked with overseeing the arrangements, and the Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) President Venkatesh Prasad and police officials will discuss the details, he added. Shivakumar emphasised that the decision was made to uphold Bengaluru's reputation and prevent any untoward incidents. Sources said that the Karnataka cabinet on Thursday night had approved conducting all upcoming cricket matches, including the 2026 IPL, at the Chinnaswamy Stadium. The decision was made at the cabinet meeting in Belagavi, with the Home Department tasked with implementing the Michael De Cunha report's recommendations and ensuring enhanced security measures. The Karnataka State Cricket Academy (KSCA) will discuss and agree on the necessary steps with the Home Department. A meeting chaired by the Home Minister will finalise the arrangements. The decision follows the suspension of cricket matches at the stadium after 11 fans died in a stampede during an RCB victory celebration in July. The stadium had also lost a women's World Cup match due to security concerns. The stadium has not hosted any matches since the stampede on June 4, in which 11 people were killed. The announcement came after newly-elected KSCA President and former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and other office-bearers met Shivkumar in Belagavi. They had also met the CM and had submitted a request for the resumption of matches. Meanwhile, Shivakumar, asked about the dinner meet he had attended amid rumours that it was organised in response to a dinner meeting organised by CM Siddaramaiah's camp, said that he attends lunch invitations from locals and Congress party family members as a gesture of goodwill. The announcement came after newly-elected KSCA President and former Indian pacer Venkatesh Prasad and other office-bearers met Shivkumar in Belagavi. They had also met the CM and had submitted a request for the resumption of matches. Also Read: Live Cricket Score Shivakumar, who is also the state Congress chief, stated that he and other party members often receive invitations from locals, including Congress party workers and their families. Article Source: IANS
Congress Government In Karnataka Resorts To 'Bulldozer Juctice' To Curb Drug Cases
Karnataka Home Minister announced zero-tolerance on drugs and warned bulldozing of houses rented to peddlers.
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar held a dinner meeting with over 30 Congress legislators and ministers in Belagavi, amidst ongoing speculations about potential leadership changes. This gathering follows a separate dinner attended by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, fueling discussions about power dynamics within the ruling party.
DK Shivakumar hosts Congress MLAs amid CM post speculation in Karnataka
The meeting came a day after CM Siddaramaiah dined with close allies, signaling efforts to manage internal party tensions.
'Nothing Political': DK Shivakumar Meets Over 40 Karnataka MLAs In Late-Night Gathering
DK Shivakumar attended a late-night dinner with over 40 MLAs at Congress leader Praveen Doddananavars farmhouse, describing it as a purely social gathering.
Explained: Karnatakas new bill to penalise social boycotts by caste panchayats - The South First
Explained: Karnatakas new bill to penalise social boycotts by caste panchayats The South First
A man, who self-identifies as a stylish and khadak rowdy, has been released from prison following a High Court order. The court found that nearly 25% of the police documents provided to him were illegible, preventing him from understanding the charges.
Video | Congress MLA, In Assembly, Calls For Separate North Karnataka State - NDTV
Video | Congress MLA, In Assembly, Calls For Separate North Karnataka State NDTV
Kannada star Darshan Thoogudeepa's action drama The Devil was released to massive fan support despite the actor's legal troubles. It opened on a strong note at the box office. The film achieved 63.75% occupancy across Karnataka, with evening shows peaking at 80%, showcasing strong audience interest. Read on to know how it has performed on day 1.
My chair is strong, check yours: CM Siddaramaiah tells Oppn members - Deccan Herald
My chair is strong, check yours: CM Siddaramaiah tells Oppn members Deccan Herald
Karnataka power tussle | No leadership change for now, says Yathindra - Deccan Herald
Karnataka power tussle | No leadership change for now, says Yathindra Deccan Herald
Pulse polio vaccination campaign in Dharwad on Dec 21
Mango growers plan export push to 25 countries in a decade
Karnataka Cabinet clears Rs 307-crore revamp of ORR between KR Puram & Silk Board Junction Deccan Herald
Owners warned of bulldozer action if they rent homes to drug peddlers
K-RIDE MD inspects alignment of double-decker project in Karnataka's Mathikere - Deccan Herald
K-RIDE MD inspects alignment of double-decker project in Karnataka's Mathikere Deccan Herald
Cradle rattled: Residents cry foul as stadium looms over Nandan Ground in Bengaluru
Bill proposes to criminalise social boycotts, targets caste panchayat diktats
Gamanagatti-Itigatti Industrial Area notified as Special Investment Region
Karnataka MP Captain Brijesh Chowta raises ECHS delay issue in Lok Sabha - Deccan Herald
Karnataka MP Captain Brijesh Chowta raises ECHS delay issue in Lok Sabha Deccan Herald
Cyber resilience core to sovereignty: Nadella
Gang members from MP arrested after gold theft from resort
No prior notice before freezing accounts in cybercrime cases, says Karnataka high court
Farmers stage massive protest outside SVS to fulfil demands
Karnataka Cabinet 'Gives Conditional Nod' for Matches at Chinnaswamy Stadium
The Commission had reportedly concluded that the design and structure of the ground were unsuitable and unsafe for mass gatherings.
GBA chief orders immediate completion of Suraksha 75 Junction works
Official team will study feasibility of additional commissinerate for Bengaluru: Home Minister
The Minister says additional commissionerates had been set up in the cities of Mumbai, New Delhi and Hyderabad
Man arrested for molesting and assaulting woman after brawl inside hotel
AISEC passes resolution against KPS-Magnet School scheme
Multiple dog carcasses found in Banaswadi; police begin inquiry
Playing to the gallery: on the Karnataka Hate Speech and Hate Crimes (Prevention) Bill, 2025
Karnatakas hate crimes bill is a threat to free speech
Rowdy-sheeter gets 30-year jail, Rs 1.8L fine in Pocso case
Hog heist: Andhra man held for stealing and selling 110 pigs in Chikkaballapur district
Solid waste management has improved as segregation reaches 55%: BSWML
Karnataka takes U-turn on Gandhi Krishi Vigyan Kendra flower market, to go ahead with MoU
Car-bus collision kills 3 in Bengaluru
An eclectic lineup set for Bengalurus greenest music fest
Bluru to celebrate everyday design this week
From AI to handmade, vision boards gets a modern upgrade
Fight between siblings ends in murder of one in Bengaluru
Indian Institute of Management-Bangalore student placement panel resigns over rollback of rule
Rajarajeshwari Nagar gears up for more Happy Streets in Bengaluru
Ballari girl writes all 6 exams, eyes wide shut
Speaker Khader plays traditional games at Lele Ground, Belagavi
Karnataka Yakshagana Academy to confer five artists with its honorary award for 2025
Over thirty girl students fall ill after dinner at hostel in Yadgir
Kannada groups warn govt against dividing Belagavi without consultation
Karnataka: Kumta Man Booked for Torturing His Young Son
Police have registered a case against Vijay Naik and his female friend at Kumta police station and initiated an investigation
Unresolved cases of missing women and girls in Davanagere district raise human trafficking concerns
Religious events to be held at Hukkeri Mutt
Two youths drown in check dam while washing sheep
RTI activist gets notice for hearing - 11 years after seeking info
Change-Of-Guard Talk Resurfaces in Karnataka
Shivakumar brushed off the question saying, I think the Chief Minister will reply to it, while Siddaramaiah repeated his familiar line: We will follow what the High Command says
Minimum temperature in Bengaluru likelyto be between 15 and 17C in the next few days
NIMHANS paper highlights role of digital tools in strengthening campus mental health systems
The publication says higher education institutions must put in place clear policies on data governance, privacy and confidentiality, and ensure transparency around digital offerings
KLETU graduation ceremony on Saturday
23 girl students hospitalised for abdominal pain have recovered: DC
Yathindra stokes power tussle fire yet again, says his father will stay on for full term
This is the second time in a week that the MLC and son of Siddaramaiah has expressed confidence about his father completing his full term
KKRTC disburses 10L compensation to 22 families
Koppal DC urges farmers to prioritise millet cultivation
Farmers withdraw protest after meeting CM
Mandya ZP CEO directs officials to ensure malnourished children receive timely treatment
Kalaburagi police crack 20.40-lakh burglary case; suspect arrested, stolen gold recovered
Music universitys long saga of delays and makeshift arrangements set to end
Administrative block of the university to shift to new campus on December 15
Cold wave to persist in south interior Karnataka
Horticultural varsity sports meet inaugurated
Hejmady Kodi fishing harbour project sees 87% progress, says Union Minister quoting Karnataka govt.
The Hejmady Kodi fishing harbour project in Udupi district has achieved 87% progress, as informed by Karnataka government to the Union government
National meet on BioImaging held
Bengaluru Customs foil wildlife smuggling attempt at KIA
Three killed in serial collision on Kalaburagi-Afzalpur highway
Bill to include LS and Assembly members from GBA area in Authority tabled
Shivamogga MP meets Pradhan, seeks funds for hostel in Kuvempu University
CIIL celebrates language diversity at Bharatiya Bhasha Utsav
Funds released for development of school infrastructure: Madhu Bangarappa
Ambigara Chowdaiah statue will be placed in a prime place, says Shivaraj Tangadagi
Panel to study setting up of PHCs, CHCs: Dinesh Gundu Rao
Karnataka Congress MLA Makes Controversial 'Rape' Remark Over Leadership Tussle In State
Karnataka Congress MLA Iqbal Hussain made a controversial remark by using the Hindi word for rape to comment on the state leadership tussle.
BJP General secretary Keshav Prasad had filed the case against the Karnataka Congress, Gandhi, Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president and deputy CM DK Shivakumar and CM Siddaramaiah (then leader of Opposition) ahead of the 2023 assembly polls.
MoS Somanna & Karandlaje hail HC stand on Jan Aushadhi Kendras, slam Siddaramaiah
The Karnataka High Court has overturned a government decision to shut down Jan Aushadhi Kendras in government hospitals. Union Ministers Somanna and Karandlaje hailed the verdict, saying it protects the right to health for the poor.
The Centre has adopted a franchise-led model for the operation of JAKs and targeted 25,000 new centres by March 2027. There were 16,912 JAKs opened across the country, including 1480 in Karnataka, till June 30, 2025.
Imports, weak demand weigh on tur prices as new crop hits market
Centre approves purchase of 9.67 lakh tonnes at MSP in Karnataka for 2025-26 season
Karnataka Congress MLA's Rape Shocker In Leadership Remarks
Karnataka Congress lawmaker Iqbal Hussain kicked up a row Thursday after using the Hindi word for 'rape' 'balatkaar' in a poorly-phrased comment about the leadership struggle between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his deputy, DK Shivakumar.
The Minister cited confusion over the extent of deemed forest in Karnataka and the problems being faced by farmers
Karnataka govt tables bill in Assembly that prohibits social boycott, violators to face 3-year jail
The 'Karnataka Social Boycott (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Bill, 2025' that was tabled in the Assembly by Social Welfare Minister H C Mahadevappa lists 20 forms of social boycotts, which includes refusal to deal with, work for hire or do business; denying opportunities, including access to services or contractual opportunities for rendering services.
